The Scott County Community Foundation invites all charitable organizations to submit proposals for the Foundation’s 2009 grants cycle. The grants may be used for any charitable purpose in the areas of community service, social service, education, health, the arts, environment and entrepreneurship. The Foundation has awarded over $2.3 million in grants and scholarships to the community since being established in 1997.
The Board of Directors is continuing to meet the needs of Scott County through the availability of over $187,000 in support to the community this year because of funds established at the Community Foundation. Through the Foundation, scholarships totaling $29,600 will be awarded to numerous deserving students this year, and over $18,000 has already been awarded to charitable organizations and purposes. In addition, the Board has agreed to provide up to $25,000 in matching funds for its new Forever Tree Society memorial and tribute program.
The Foundation also has almost $14,000 that it may award from its unrestricted funds for its competitive grants cycle, including the Addie Mae Graham Memorial Fund, the Lauren Graham Memorial Fund, Dr. William and Diann Scott Memorial Fund, John and Janice Martin Unrestricted Endowment Fund, Scott County Memorial Fund and Scott County Immediate Response Fund.
All charitable organizations and causes are invited to submit proposals for the competitive process. There is no limit on the amount organizations may apply for this year.
“We are very pleased to be able to open our grants cycle to the community this year, especially with the situation in our economy,” said Connie Kenninger, grants committee chairperson. “Our committee always looks forward to reviewing the creative ideas on how organizations are making an impact in our community, and we are excited to provide an opportunity to help make that difference.”
Applications are due Monday, July 20 at 3 p.m. Interviews to the finalists will be conducted in August.
To receive an application, which includes guidelines and policies, email the Scott County Community Foundation at
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or stop in the office at 60 N. Main St., Scottsburg. You may also download applications from the website at www.scottcountyfoundation.org.

The Food Center will be open throughout the 4-H Fair week. Questions regarding these events should be directed to the Clark County Extension Office at 256-4591 during regular business hours from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Special Events and Attractions are subject to change beyond the fair board’s control.
Additional activities may be added periodically during the Fair.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 15 July 2009 12:28

Sellersburg Police Chief Russ Whelan now looking for new Reserves

Written by Administrator

Wednesday, 15 July 2009 00:00

Sellersburg Police Chief Russ Whelan has announced his intention to add reserve officers to the department.
Interested citizens are encouraged to obtain an application from the Sellersburg Police Department located at 101 S. New Albany Street in Sellersburg. Applications may be received from Deputy Chief Donald Ross Jr. or Administrative Assistant Patty Clapp Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The deadline for applications is Friday, August 7.
Candidates for the Sellersburg Police Department’s Reserve Program must be 35 years old or younger and possess a valid driver’s license. They also must have a minimum high school diploma or equivalent and they cannot have a criminal background.
“Our Reserve program has been very successful. Five of our 15 Officers have been from our Reserve Program. Chief Whelan wants to increase the number of reserve officers to 10 or 12,” stated Ross. “The reserve force plays a vital role to our agency, they assist us by handling duties for the Sellersburg Town Court, such as inmate transport and serving as Bailiff.”
All eligible candidates that complete the application process will be contacted by Major Ross during the week beginning on August 10.

On Tuesday, August 4, neighborhoods throughout Charlestown are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 26th Annual National Night Out crime and drug?prevention event.
National Night Out, which is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) and co?sponsored locally by the Charlestown Neighborhood Block Watch, will involve over 15,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases around the world.
From 7 to 10 p.m. on August 4, residents in neighborhoods throughout Charlestown are asked to lock their doors, turn on the outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police. Many neighborhoods throughout Charlestown will be hosting a variety of special events such as a block party, cookouts, visits from police, flashlight walks and youth activities.
In all, over 37 million people are expected to participate in the event throughout the world.
To learn more about how you and your neighbors can participate in this event, contact Mayor’s Assistant Ruthie Jackson at 812?2256?3422 or by e?mail at
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 15 July 2009 12:34

Charlestown Parks and Recreation Summer Camp set July 20-22

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Wednesday, 15 July 2009 00:00

The Charlestown Parks and Recreation will host its second Camp of the Summer.
This camp is for boys and girls ages 12-14. The camp will be held at the Arts and Enrichment Center located at 999 Water Street in Charlestown.
The cost of the Camp is $25.00.
Camp hours will be 9 a.m. to 3p.m. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
Campers will receive a Parks t-shirt.
Campers will be introduced to the new Apple laptops that will be used at Charlestown High School this fall, they will make videos using Video Flip Cameras and the MacBooks.
There will be games, outdoor sports, movies and lots of fun.
Space is limited to the first 15 campers.
Registration forms can be picked up at Charlestown City Hall in the Mayors office.
Campers must be registered by 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 16. If you have any questions please contact Rhonda Davidson at
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or 256-3422.